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We're proud to announce that this year we've had a record breaking number of entries!

Entries are now closed and we’re proud to announce a record-breaking number of submissions, which makes this year's ABPCO Excellence Awards truly exceptional. Thank you to everyone and we’ll be announcing the shortlist sometime in September. Read more

The QEII Centre reports biggest year-on-year increase in AI-focused events

Leading conference, events and exhibition centre, The QEII Centre, has revealed its biggest growth sector this year as AI-related events, representing a brand-new revenue stream for the business. Reflecting AI’s rise from niche technology topic... Read more

Record entries for ABPCO Excellence Awards highlight strength of association events sector

The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) has received a record number of entries for its annual Excellence Awards, reflecting the strength, creativity and growing ambition of the UK’s association and not-for-profit... Read more

The Power of Events Reaches 143,000 Young People Through Its Schools Engagement Programme

The 2025–2026 Schools Engagement Programme report reveals almost 500 school engagements, support from more than 300 industry ambassadors, and significant nationwide growth. The Power of Events has published its 2025–2026 Schools Engagement... Read more

ABPCO EXCELLENCE AWARDS – 2 days to go!

ENTRY DEADLINE 5PM, THIS FRIDAY, 7 AUGUST Do you or your team deserve recognition for a job well done? For being a top class team? For delivering an outstanding event? For generating exceptional audience engagement? Is this the year you get to... Read more

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